Top Experiences in Ivan Vazov National Theatre

Explore the historical heart of Sofia by foot on a 3-hour private tour, learning about the city’s ancient, medieval, and modern history from a private guide. As you walk, take in Sofia’s mix of architecture, and stop to visit the 4th-century St. George Rotunda Church and gold-domed Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. Plus, see other sights such as the statue of the ‘King Liberator,’ Banya Bashi Mosque, and more.

Choose between a privately-guided and a self-guided option for your flexibility.

The Sofia City Tour is a great possibility to discover its rich history and to get acquainted with its present.

The city of Sofia offers beautiful buildings, Roman remains, old churches, extremely interesting archaeological complexes and of course thousands of bars and restaurants where you can taste traditional Bulgarian dishes.

Sofia’s city center is not very large and it can easily be visited on foot, but a lot more interesting and fulfilling will be a bike ride, especially if it includes a tour of the capital’s parks. This is what you will experience in this active city tour privately with your local guide.

Choose between privately-guided and self-guided option.

Take a fun guided Pokémon GO walking tour of Bulgaria’s capital, Sofia. Go on a three-hour walk visiting famous tourist sites like St. George Rotunda and the Alexander Nevski Cathedral, and make stops at highly concentrated Pokémon GO spots. Experience authentic Bulgarian architecture and history while also playing Pokémon GO. All with a private guide.

Choose between a privately-guided or a self-guided tour.

In just 5 days, this experience will take you to the fairy tale world of Peles Castle, the scary and exciting stories of Dracula Castle, you will touch the southern European modern urban environment of Bucharest, Sofia and Thessaloniki, as well as their ancient history. A tour guide will be available during the entire trip, who will tell you interesting stories about the places you visit. Of course, what would the trip be without trying the specialties of the local cuisine - you will have enough free time to experiment, shop and on your own discover secrets of visited cities.
4 nights / 5 days / 3 countries / approx. 1300 km route.
This experience is not requires a minimum number of travelers. We travel regularly, according to the schedule.

Merge yourself with the crowds to see the beauty of the Bulgarian capital Sofia in a quick and professional manner with the best local guide. Choose between a privately-guided and self-guided tour option.

During our photo tour in Sofia we will combine exploring famous places in Sofia and taking photos of them. Then we will move to the hidden small streets where only locals use. I will help you with basic information how to take better photos as composition, exposure time and many other photography techniques from a professional photographer and guide.

This is a highly individualized, specially attended service with the top local guide in Sofia. You will have the chance of seeing the most fascinating landmarks of Sofia along with professional guiding service showing you the hidden gems.

Choose between a privately-guided or self-guided tour.

Join a Local Expert for a two-hour exclusive journey through Sofia, a can't-miss experience that invites you to admire historic landmarks, relive storied pasts, and dive into the city's rich culture.

• Discover Sofia’s past with the guidance of a Local Expert.
• Uncover how Serdica has defined Sofia's history.
• Experience a personalised tour, tailored to your interests.
• Get curated recommendations for further city discovery.
• Enjoy a private and intimate tour, exclusively for your group.

Immerse yourself in Sofia's heritage and let its history become part of your own journey.

Feel like a local in Sofia with this 3-hour tour and the delicious Sofia food - different local meat bites. Vegetarians and vegans are welcome.
See part of the main sites of Sofia, like, the National Theater with garden, Antique Serdika, Banya Bashi Mosque, Sveta Nedelya Church, Palace of Justice, Sophia Statue, Rotunda St. George, Graf Ignatiev street Vitosha pedestrian street.
The last stop of the tour will be a traditional restaurant where you will taste glass of Bulgarian wine together with different local meat bites – lukanka, katak, kopoolu, fillet Elena and others.
Duration – 3 hours approx.
Professional guide.
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Panoramic tour of Sofia by a car and a rich dinner with typical starters, meals, deserts and folklore program in traditional Bulgarian restaurant during this shared experience.

Sofia is one of the oldest cities in Europe. See it with a local guide by booking our Sofia walking tour. Learn about the history, culture and lifestyle of Bulgarians during a nice walk in the city center. Sofia walking tour would show you the main landmarks of our capital, plus leaving you with a nice impression of this part of Europe.
The tour could be in English and German.

With this guided tour you will have the chance to see and get to know the history behind Sofia`s historical landmarks located in the center. The capital of Bulgaria has preserved heritage from different cultures and epochs- Roman, Early Christian. Ottoman, Bulgarian, Soviet. You will walk by all of the important buildings while your guide is telling you their stories. You will also enter for free the three most iconic places in Sofia- Saint Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Saint Sofia Basilica and Saint George Rotunda.

This tour is done as a private tour without an additional charge if there is only one reservation for a given date and time which most often is the case.

Sofia is one of the oldest cities on the Balkans found by the Thracian tribe Serdi. In 29 A.D. Sofia became the capital of the Roman province of Inner Dacia. Through the ages, the city played role as an important trading center in the Byzantine and Bulgarian Empires. Under Ottoman rule, Sofia was the center of Rumelia province. Sofia became the capital of restored Bulgaria in 1879, with a population of only about 12,000. Today many streets, buildings, parks, and even whole neighborhoods preserve the architectural style from the turn of the century. We will explore the compact city center, Boyana Church (UNESCO) and the National History Museum - one of the largest on the Balkans.

In just 6 days (5 nights), this experience by bus, will take you to southern European modern urban environment of Sofia, Thessaloniki and Istanbul as well as their ancient history. A tour guide will be available during the entire trip, who will tell you interesting stories about the places you visit. You will have enough free time to experiment, shop and on your own discover secrets to visited cities.
Sofia - Rila Monastery - Thessaloniki - Alexandroupolis - Istanbul
5 nights/6 days/ 3 countries/ approx. 1100 km route
This experience is NOT requires a minimum number of travelers. We travel regularly, according to the schedule.

There is something magical happening when the lights of the city gradually come on and the sun sets behind the horizon. The sometimes overwhelming and imposing building structures from the former socialist times completely changes character as they are lit up in the evening time. As we move through the city in the last light of day and into the night we capture this magic and incorporate the techniques of long exposures and moving objects to create stunning images.

The tour is exclusive and private which means that your guide and instructor can concentrate 100% on assisting you in getting the right images and the best experience possible by tailoring the tour according to your personal needs. Although the tour is private you can bring up to 2 friends or family members included in the price.

Be with your guide on a 3-4 hour private tour of Sofia showing you all for the fraction of the cost. Get an e-guide in your preferred language.

The best quality/price ratio tour in Sofia. Choose between a privately-guided and an e-guided tour.

Join a Local Expert for a two-hour exclusive journey through Sofia's architecture, a can't-miss experience where historic heritage meets modern design, and every building tells a story of style and time.

• Enjoy a private and intimate tour, exclusively for your group.
• Discover Sofia’s iconic architecture with the guidance of a Local Expert.
• Uncover how St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral has shaped Sofia's skyline.
• Experience a personalised tour, tailored to your interests.
• Get curated recommendations for further city discovery.

Experience the evolving face of Sofia's horizon, a visual journey of its historical evolution and modern growth.

In this 2h walking tour, you will have the chance to get a deeper understanding over local history, traditions, and habits. Pass by the must-see city landmarks and hear interesting stories related to their past and present use, famous people they are related to, and much more.

We'll meet in the old city center, steps away from the central metro station Serdika (super easy access from all points of the city). We'll provide safety gear (helmet + reflective jacket) and a bottle of water. We'll quickly socialize and then start with the city bike tour.

Our first point will be the Sofia Synagogue, which is the largest synagogue in Southeastern Europe, then we will stop by the Regional History Museum - Sofia, where you can drink from the popular hot springs pure mineral water.

Our journey will continue through all the major attractions till we reach the National Theater where we'll have a short break and take some more pictures.

You will have the pleasure to enjoy a very relaxed ride, see all the beautiful touristic points and learn a lot about our history and culture.

In the end we'll head back to the starting point, to leave the bikes and share our experience!

Every traveler in Bulgaria wants to visit the most interesting places and take away the most vivid impressions Your collection of memories will be complete if you visit the sights of Sofia in the company of an Audio Guide /7 lang

You will explore the Sofia on your own at your own pace, with the help of an audio guide and a map of the excursion route
Approaching the desired object, you dial its number and start playback

After paying for the tour, a link with access to audio files will be sent to your email. On the day of the excursion you have chosen, the link will become active and will be valid for 24 hours. You will listen to audio recordings through your phone. You will need internet and headphones to listen to recordings.
Attention: Internet consumption is minimal!
The itinerary is circular and seems to be the most convenient in order to see all the sights, but you can feel free to remodel it to your tastes because you decide when and to which audio recordings to listen

Sofia, Bulgaria is the perfect destination for a romantic tour. Couples can explore the city’s rich culture and history, visit beautiful churches, wander the cobblestone streets, and take in breathtaking views of the city from its many parks. Shop among the quaint boutiques, enjoy delicious traditional cuisine, and take a romantic walk along the city garden. Perfect for a couple’s getaway, Sofia offers a unique blend of old-world charm and modern amenities, creating an unforgettable experience. This tour offers the perfect blend of relaxation and excitement to make your dream vacation come true!

Welcome to the historical walking tour of Sofia, Bulgaria! On your journey through this ancient city, you will be able to take in the rich history, culture, and architecture of the area. Sofia is a city that is rich in culture, history and beauty. It is the capital city of Bulgaria and has been since 1879. It is home to some of Bulgaria’s most iconic landmarks and stunning architecture. The iconic Alexander Nevsky Cathedral is one of Sofia’s most famous sights. It is an impressive Russian Orthodox Cathedral with golden domes and beautiful frescoes. Another must-see is the St. Sofia Church, a UNESCO World Heritage Site which dates back to the 13th century. This tour of Sofia’s most historic spots is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience that will stay with you forever. Come join us on this tour and create lasting memories!

During the tour you will have the pleasure to explore our very unique parks in the downtown and enjoys lots of nature and beautiful sceneries! This will make your time memorable and you will experience Sofia in a different way :)!

While in Sofia, you have different opportunities to go sightseeing around the city. This tour offers more than just sightseeing - you will visit one UNESCO site, the National History Museum, and have the chance to taste some traditional Bulgarian cuisine at a local traditional restaurant. So, in the end, you'd have had a great time learning about Sofia, local Balkan history, visiting museums, and finally enjoying good quality traditional local cuisine!

Please NOTE: The timing includes the time needed for the transfer between our pick-up point and the suburbs of Sofia where the National History museum and Boyana church are located. The extra hours outside the time for visiting the museum, the church and Sofia walk are also allocated for your meals.

The guide will meet you near the National Theater Ivan Vazov. You will visit more than 15 attractions and cultural monuments of Sofia. For convenience and good audibility of the excursion, you will be given radio guides and headphones. You will move comfortably, enter the temples, take photographs, and all this will allow you not to stand next to the guide, but to listen to him at a distance of up to 200 meters.
The tour will end at the Presidency, where you will be able to video and film the changing of the presidential guard.
With us you will see the sights of Sofia freely, in your own language, and at your own pace!

We are taking you on a virtual tour of the Bulgarian capital - Sofia. Truly amazing, full of rich history Sofia would enchant you even virtually. We shall do our best to present you everything in 1,5 hours time with secrets from the guides, lots of story telling and taking you around all the most important sights. A total of 18 sights would be explored and you would understand why Sofia is a focal point of the Bulgarian tourism. This virtual tour would make you want and need more information for Bulgaria.

You would have the opportunity to ask questions and make this as a discussion in the end.

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Discover Sofia from a different perspective on sightseeing and the scavenger hunt of the city. Solve riddles and clues that lead to the next location, showing all the city highlights.

Solve interesting puzzles, have fun, and learn new things about the city. Explore the city and find hidden gems at your own pace. Try a new type of experience with your smartphone—the perfect mix between a walking tour, sightseeing, and a scavenger hunt.

Enjoy the tour in English.

On this tour you will get to see the main sights of Sofia during the most beautiful and photogenic time right before sunset. I will share with you the history and significance behind the places visited. We will then finish at one of my favorite vegetarian/vegan restaurants where you will get to try some local dishes - some of them authentic, other - vegan/vegetarian alternative to a traditional dish.